Background: In this study, researchers surveyed 134 young family doctors from 20 European countries to understand how ready they are to use AI in primary care. The web survey used the Medical AI Readiness Scale (MAIRS), which assesses four areas: cognition (understanding), ability (skills), vision (future value), and ethics. The maximum possible score is 110, with higher scores indicating better readiness.
What this study found:
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Overall preparedness was moderate (median 69/110) and highly variable.
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About a quarter of participants said they never use AI in family medicine, and it is rare for them to use it frequently.
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Participants who reported being knowledgeable about current AI applications and how AI is used in healthcare had higher readiness scores.
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Age and training level were not associated with readiness in this sample.
Implications: Although AI tools are rapidly advancing, variable readiness and low routine use suggest the need for training and curriculum tailored to primary care.
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American Academy of Family Physicians
Reference magazines:
https://www.annfammed.org/content/23/6/542
